6 datesdiced (medjool work well because they are soft)
1cupslivered almonds
½cupdried apricots or figsfinely chopped
1cupalmondschopped
Instructions
Method
Put the eggs, banana, orange or lemon rind and juice and vanilla into a bowl and whisk until well blended.
Add all the other ingredients (except half of the slivered almonds) and mix thoroughly then spoon into lined and lightly greased loaf tin.
Sprinkle the remaining slivered almonds over the top and press gently into mixture.
Put baking paper over the top to prevent nuts from burning and cook in a moderate (150˚C) oven for approximately 40-50 minutes until top of loaf is firm to touch and bounces back with light pressure.
Top tips
Serve warm or keep in the fridge for up to a week for a slice every now and then
Mix it up with the nuts and have fun adapting this recipe each time you make it
You can use half a cup of linseed powder or LSA instead of almond meal